MAKE MY MOVE
Make My Move to Republic County, Kansas
Remote Workers
In Republic County, you can move at your own pace. Enjoy the slow pace of life where your kids can still bike to school, fish in a pond, and see the stars at night. Or take advantage of the fast pace of life, that is only a click away through high-speed internet or a short drive away from our central location to the appeal of a bigger city. When you live here, you have a choice to move fast or to move slow. You choose.
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$8,000 cash for relocation
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An invitation to rock in a rocking chair at the Cuba Rock-A-Thon
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Tour of Republic County and dinner with a community ambassador
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Coffee with the Belleville Chamber of Commerce Director and Economic Development Director
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Rocky Pond Christmas invitation
Total Incentive
$8,700
Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility Requirements for Republic County
Republic County is currently recruiting remote workers who:
- Are employed full-time and can relocate while keeping their current position, or
- Are self-employed and can relocate while keeping their current clients/portfolio
- Earn at least $50,000 annually
- Are 18 years or older
- Currently live outside of Republic County, Kansas
- Can move their primary residence to Republic County within 6 months
- Must provide proof of the above eligibility criteria to be considered by Republic County
Note: All areas within Republic County are eligible for this program.
FAQ
What is Make My Move?
Make My Move is Republic County’s program to attract remote workers to our community. We provide financial incentives and support to help remote workers relocate to Republic County, Kansas.
Why is Republic County recruiting remote workers?
Remote workers strengthen our local economy and add to our community’s vitality. Republic County created this program to welcome new residents and help them build roots in our area.
What counts as remote work?
Remote work means you can do your job from anywhere with a computer and internet connection. This includes positions like Software Developer, Marketing Specialist, or Accountant. Jobs that require you to be physically present, like Nurse, Teacher, or Restaurant Server, don’t qualify as remote work.
What commitment do I need to make?
You must live in Republic County for at least one year after receiving your incentive. We believe once you experience our community, you’ll want to stay much longer.
Is there any cost to apply?
No. Republic County covers all program costs. Qualified applicants pay nothing to participate.
Rural By Choice
ALEX WEBER
Courtland, Kansas
In her own words, “The hardest part was making the initial move, but once you’re here, the community is so welcoming. The cost of living is lower, and it’s easy to get involved.”
BRETT MELTON
Belleville, Kansas
In his own words, “What it really has allowed me and my family to do is be a little more financially independent. Let us pay off some other debts a little sooner, give us a little more freedom and flexibility within our budgeting.”
DANIEL DASILVA
Belleville, Kansas
In his own words, “This transition to Belleville was amazing because of the slow pace. It’s quiet, there’s no traffic, I walk here. I’ve had more time to focus and expand my business. I’m very grateful for the time I’ve had here—it served a purpose tremendously.”
LINDSAY RUNFT
Scandia, Kansas
In her own words, “We felt great and comfortable raising our kids in such a supportive community like the Courtland, Scandia, and Pike Valley area.”
MOLLY WILLIAMS
Belleville, Kansas
In her own words, “It was important to us to raise our family near one set of grandparents. That was important to me. That’s the lifestyle I had growing up and I found value in it. And that’s what I wanted for my family.”
